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Jack Wang, MD

Specialty in Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Wang is a resident physician in Orthopaedic Surgery at UCLA Medical Center. He received his undergraduate degree in Chemistry and Biology from California Institute of Technology (2011) and medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine (2016). He will complete his Orthopaedic Surgery residency at UCLA this year and continue his fellowship training in Hand Surgery at New York University. Dedicated to providing personalized care to his patients, he strongly believes in giving power to his patients and providing them the most up-to-date, evidence driven care to achieve their goals.

Practice names

2016-2021 - Chief Resident Physician, UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA

Education and training

2016-2021 - Orthopedic Surgery Residency UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA

2012-2016 - Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO

2007-2011 - California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA

Certifications

California Medical Board Certified

Articles from Jack Wang, MD

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A broken ankle is when you break one or more of the three bones in the ankle joint. It’s easy to confuse a sprain with a break—but the difference is crucial for getting the correct treatment.

Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis

Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is a hip condition that affects teens and pre-teens who are still growing. Early diagnosis is very important. Slipped capital femoral epiphysis does require surgery. This is usually a successful treatment.

How to Treat Iliotibial Band Syndrome

Iliotibial band syndrome causes pain on the outside of the knee due to overuse. IT band syndrome is more common in endurance athletes, like cyclists and runners. The pain gets better with rest and the damage is usually not permanent.

Dupuytren’s Disease

Dupuytren's disease is a condition that gradually causes the fibrous tissue in your palm to thicken. The tightened fibers cause one or more fingers to bend towards your palm. Treatment can help straighten your fingers and restore their function.

A broken ankle is when you break one or more of the three bones in the ankle joint. It’s easy to confuse a sprain with a break—but the difference is crucial for getting the correct treatment.

Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis

Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is a hip condition that affects teens and pre-teens who are still growing. Early diagnosis is very important. Slipped capital femoral epiphysis does require surgery. This is usually a successful treatment.

How to Treat Iliotibial Band Syndrome

Iliotibial band syndrome causes pain on the outside of the knee due to overuse. IT band syndrome is more common in endurance athletes, like cyclists and runners. The pain gets better with rest and the damage is usually not permanent.

Dupuytren’s Disease

Dupuytren's disease is a condition that gradually causes the fibrous tissue in your palm to thicken. The tightened fibers cause one or more fingers to bend towards your palm. Treatment can help straighten your fingers and restore their function.

A broken ankle is when you break one or more of the three bones in the ankle joint. It’s easy to confuse a sprain with a break—but the difference is crucial for getting the correct treatment.

Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis

Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is a hip condition that affects teens and pre-teens who are still growing. Early diagnosis is very important. Slipped capital femoral epiphysis does require surgery. This is usually a successful treatment.

How to Treat Iliotibial Band Syndrome

Iliotibial band syndrome causes pain on the outside of the knee due to overuse. IT band syndrome is more common in endurance athletes, like cyclists and runners. The pain gets better with rest and the damage is usually not permanent.

Dupuytren’s Disease

Dupuytren's disease is a condition that gradually causes the fibrous tissue in your palm to thicken. The tightened fibers cause one or more fingers to bend towards your palm. Treatment can help straighten your fingers and restore their function.